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Comprising three powered and four passive models, Live X features the latest Electro-Voice-engineered components; lightweight, durable plywood cabinets; best-in-class SPL output, power-handling, and frequency response; and clean, stackable designs - all at a price point previously unheard-of for loudspeakers of a similar pedigree, says the company.

Three versatile powered Live X cabinets are available: two full-range loudspeakers and a matching subwoofer. Each self-contained powered system features Electro-Voice-engineered components optimized for use with the integrated high-efficiency 1000-W and 700-W Class-D amplifiers. Both full-range systems may be pole-mounted

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A highlight will be the launch of the LS9 version of the StageMix iPad app. Since its launch in September last year, the M7CL version of StageMix has been a major success and producing an LS9-compatible version has been a priority for Yamaha's software development team.

Using the iPad's built-in WiFi (802.11 a/b/g/n) functionality, StageMix directly controls the LS9 via a wireless connection point, which is linked to the mixing console via Cat5 cable. With a straightforward, intuitive graphic interface and the iPad's multi-touch and gesture control, stage sound can be easily mixed, even if the mixing console is at front of house.

The app allows the user to control a wide ra

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14 March 2016

Based on the Lab.gruppen PLM 20000Q platform and featuring dedicated presets specifically designed by Turbosound's live sound engineering team for use with Turbosound's new Flashline concert touring loudspeaker system, the 20000DP provides four discrete output channels each rated at 4400 watts at 4 ohms, and offers significant advantages in sonic performance and user functionality.

The 20000DP also contains fully featured Lake Processor modules, each offering precise settings for gain, delay, standard and linear phase crossover slopes, equalization, and

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The new Jands Ezicom system is capable of delivering reliable production communications on stage and theatre productions of low to medium complexity. It's simple, logical control layout means it can be set up and operated by untrained users while still delivering professional performance, says the company.

The new line-up consists of the E101 single channel belt pack and the E401 four channel master station. Each E401 Master station can support up to 20 remote E101 belt packs, distributed across 4 switchable outputs. Connection between master station and the belt packs is via industry standard two core screened microphone cables.

The robust circuit design maintains high spe

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14 March 2016

Anthony Di Bartolo, Manager of the university's Media Production Centre, provides audio, video and multimedia services across the university, and has himself long been a user of SoundField microphones for jazz and acoustic recording, including the older ST250 portable microphone system.

"We already have an SPS422B and the SP451 surround processor here", he explains, "but we were looking for another mic or system that would enable us to record in surround. Of course, there are now various ways to do that, an

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After successfully executing the audio for the Commonwealth Games 2010 in Delhi, large event specialists Sound.Com were again contracted to broadcast the audio for both spectaculars, working for event production house Core Networks and Cineyug Group, who managed both the Opening and Closing ceremonies in the Ranchi Stadium. The pro audio specialists again delivered an advanced network solution with all audio transported over Optocore using the German company's new 'R-FX' series devices.

Following an air display, entertainment included Indian musicians, Bollywood stars, a laser show, a fi

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Sound design was down to Orbital's Davy Ogilvy, who explains his approach to coping with the large circus-style tent and its inherent challenges.

"We needed to have a central truss to fire the speakers from. With only a single point to hang from, this made weight a very real issue - as the same point is used for some of the acts during the show. We elected to use four of the d&b audiotech

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Among the audience were NRK (Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation), and Live Nation, both of whom were excited about what the MLA system could do for their productions.

Roar Ånestad, Head of Sound at Rubicon, guided the audience through a technical presentation of the system. The listeners were impressed by the MLA system's smooth tonal balance throughout the venue.

To ensure that the MLA system always delivers a uniform experience, all system engineer have to be certified by Martin Audio - and Rubicon is the first rental company in the world to have certified all its key system engineers. "This enables us to guarantee our customers the same MLA quality every time,&qu

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14 March 2016

Electrosonic engineered, provided and installed 20 exhibits for Infinity of Nations - 10 linear video stations and 10 interactive workstations housed in the NMAI's George Gustav Heye Centre in the Old Customs House. Five years in the making, the new permanent collection reflects the geographic and chronological scope of the museum's collection, and includes magnificent headdresses, robes, beadwork, baskets and vessels, as well as works by contemporary Native American artists.

"Preparing for In

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Justin Bieber and U2 are among artists who have agreed to contribute songs to an album to raise funds for victims of the earthquake and tsunami. Record label Universal Music said it hoped to release the digital-only album globally by the end of the week. Bon Jovi and Rihanna have also been confirmed for the album, which will also raise money for the Japanese Red Cross. "We are doing it only digitally because it is faster," said a Universal spokesman

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"Bear was a great friend and a true inspiration," says John Meyer, CEO and co-founder of Meyer Sound. "We first met Bear in the 1970s, and we worked very closely for many years. His determination to find new technical solutions to improve audio delivery led to our numerous experiments together in the early days of Meyer Sound. He was an uncompromising advocate of audio system clarity, which to this day is still the driving force behind our engineering philosophy."

Helen Meyer, co-founder and executive vice president of Meyer Sound, continues: "Bear was a unique soul unlike anyone else we have known. His energy, talent, and passion have inspired all of us, and we will miss him dearly. In love and gratitude

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StageMix is an application for the Apple iPad (R) that allows remote control of the Yamaha M7CL digital console's mix functions via a simple, intuitive graphic interface from anywhere within wireless range. The application enables an engineer to set up monitor mixes from a performer's position on stage directly controlling mix parameters via the iPad.

"The new iPad ap

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PLASA Events are attributing the increase in visitor registrations to a host of new features at the show, including an extended exhibitor list of 120 companies including 21 first-timers, a seminar programme that is twice the size of previous years, case study presentations from the Royal Shakespeare Company and Opera North, special interest seminars presented by some of the industry's leading bodies and new opportunities to book seats on 45-minute product demonstration seminars. Private meetings are also available for the first time, with the availability of three private conference rooms at PLASA Focus, with slots still available.

The 21 new exhibitors come from across the spectrum of audio,

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All AXYS Intellivox, IndustryAmp, Octadrive DSP, Sound Reinforcement (Scope, Source, Flex; G2ranges) and Target products are fitted with a powerful DSP and can be networked; via an RS-485 network.

To gain full control of the wide range of features offered by the DSP and also the eight on board pre-sets the products can be connected to WinControl which allows users to control a host of features.

In addition to WinControl, Duran Audio will also be launching an iPhone app and a wireless RS-485 interface at Prolight + Sound in Frankfurt next month.

(Jim Evans)

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"We have more than 50 Aviom A-16II Personal Mixers on the campus," says Steve Simmons, director of technical ministries, Perimeter Church. "We just added 16 Aviom A16IIs and an A-16CS Control Surface to our new Cecil B. Day Chapel and are also adding even more over the next month to our children's theatre."

While Aviom was initially selected by Perimeter Church to help reduce stage noise and improve sound quality in the front of house, the residual benefits have greatly helped the staff of primarily volunteers - from

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14 March 2016

NMKs exclusive appointment for all GCC countries is the next step in the long-term strategic plan of making Clair Brothers' product portfolio available to a global customer base. This follows the completion of a new 50,000 sq foot manufacturing facility in Manheim, Pennsylvania along with the recent appointment of David Cooper in the role of brand development - global.

"We are growing our international distribution network step by step," says Cooper, "and partnering with the right long term distributor in a territory is extremely important for the success of our plan. NMK are in tune with our philosophy, which is to ensure that the sale of our products to an end user is just the beginning of a mutually re

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In 2010, Electrosonic's audio-visual service business in the UK expanded considerably with the acquisition of DRV, a leading corporate AV systems and service company. Anttila's appointment furthers Electrosonic's commitment to provide the highest level of service to its clients, says the company. Besides managing and expanding business in the UK, Anttila is tasked with promoting Electrosonic's service business throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

"Historically, this business has focused on the London financial sector, but opportunities exist further afield, and I have been charged with developing new business t

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The Mount Baker Theatre provides its guests with a variety of Broadway and off Broadway shows, local productions of Broadway shows, symphonies, local musical acts and dance recitals. As a non-profit organization, the theatre works to enrich the culture and reinforce a sense of community within the region.

"The Vi1 is a console you can jump right on, whether you are a seasoned pro or a new user, which is why we were able to transition to the digital board so quickly," stated technical director John Bauer. "There were distinct improvements in the Vi1's sound, so we are very happy with our console choice."

(Jim Evans)

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Designed by audio consultants Michael Hyland & Associates, installed by Winchester?based Whitwam and supervised by the Abbey's clerk of the works, the project has included the installation of speech reinforcement, induction loop and CCTV systems, along with video, audio and data distribution facilities.

The installation and commissioning of the new system was carried out with no impact on the building's daily services, the many other events which take place there and the large number of visitors.

At the heart of the audio system are two Yamaha DME64N digital mixing engines, installed in the m

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14 March 2016

Polish RCF distributor Arcade Audio provided the product for the installation of the RCF sound system to the C View Nightclub at the Stena Vision ferry.

"To be part of an installation on one of the biggest ferries in the world is a nice challenge. You need a system that is flexible and at the same time delivers the sound to be focused on the dance floor. The RCF system fits the bill perfectly," says Renata Klimek president of Arcade Audio

The C View Nightclub installation is a combination of four RCF NX M12-A with four 4PRO 8003-AS, t

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"We are delighted to be represented by BYZ in such an important emerging market as Brazil," says Joe Bull, managing director of JoeCo Limited. "We have known Adinaldo Neves for some time and he will be the perfect partner to grow the JoeCo brand in the territory."

Adinaldo Neves, director of business development and principal of the company adds, "BYZ is renown

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The system comes with minimal sound colouration and distortion in the midrange (2 x 3" cone speaker) and fine precise highs coming from a special 1" dome tweeter. A high- grade passive crossover network completes the speaker components.

For integration in existing installations 4mm terminal clamps as well as Neutrik Speakon sockets are implemented in the system. A 100V transformer can be mounted externally if needed.

The K.M.E. specific polyurethane coating is normally black and white. Special colours as well

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Over the years, Pan Acoustics has continued to develop and now offers the new V3 software. All user friendly features result in an amazing level of control which allows users to make the optimum settings for their Pan Beam sound systems , says the company.

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Rob Halliday is based in London and has been travelling the world working on theatre productions for more than 15 years, as lighting designer, lighting programmer or visiting speaker at drama schools such as the Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts and trade shows such as Showlight, PLASA and LDI.

Along the way he has written about the shows he has been involved with and any other interesting ones he stumbled across for a variety of magazines including Lighting&Sound International and Lighting&Sound America, the best of those articles now collected together in the books Entertainment In Production vols 1 and 2.

In the moments in between, he